Mission and Statement of Beliefs
Mission
In support of the University of New Hampshire's mission, the Office of Health Education and Promotion, Health Services promotes, maintains and improves the health and well-being of the campus community.
This is accomplished by providing prevention-based health promotion programs and services, health counseling and co-curricular learning opportunities. We collaborate with others in the community to create an environment that supports the inherit wellness potential of all individuals.
Statement of Beliefs
- We believe in an individual's inherent self worth and potential for growth.
- We believe in treating all individuals with respect and dignity.
- We believe in the value, effectiveness and efficiency of prevention.
- We believe social justice is necessary for health and well-being.
- We believe in the importance of diversity and acceptance of self and others.
- We believe wellness consists of the interconnection of mind, body and spirit.
- We believe individuals are at various points on the continuum of self-growth and learning and that education support and advocacy can move people along the continuum.
- We believe in the highest standard of professionalism, with emphasis on ethical behavior and ensuring confidentiality.
- We believe in fostering the development of personal freedoms, individual integrity, compassion and insight.
- We believe in the importance of a safe and supportive environment for all individuals.
- We believe in the importance of accurate, objective and accessible educational information.
- We believe in the need to challenge ourselves and others through open, honest, direct communication in order to promote personal growth.
- We believe that we can best create community change in collaboration with others.
- We believe in continued professional development.
- We believe in the value of humor and fun.
